Emergency Room Negligence
Emergency Room Negligence Attorneys in Pennsylvania
Each year, countless individuals suffer due to mistakes made in the emergency room. When you or a loved one are in urgent need of care, any delay or misjudgment can have severe consequences. At Latona Law, our experienced medical negligence attorneys have a proven track record of helping victims recover compensation when emergency room errors lead to injury or death.
Signs of potential emergency room negligence can include long wait times despite clear signs of serious illness, misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose conditions like heart attacks, strokes, or infections, medication errors, or premature discharge without appropriate evaluation. If you feel that your concerns were ignored, symptoms were missed, or critical treatment was delayed during your emergency room visit, it is important to have your case evaluated by a knowledgeable legal team.
At Latona Law, we understand the urgency and devastation that emergency room mistakes can cause. Our attorneys are dedicated to uncovering what went wrong, holding negligent providers accountable, and fighting for the compensation needed to cover medical costs, rehabilitation, lost wages, and the long-term impacts of preventable medical errors.
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Why Choose Latona Law?
For over 30 years, Latona Law has been a trusted advocate for families in the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area dealing with birth injuries. Our attorneys bring extensive knowledge and experience to every case, working closely with medical experts to identify potential negligence and build a strong case. We offer free consultations and only charge fees if we recover compensation for you, ensuring that you receive the support you need without financial risk.
Emergency rooms are designed to handle critical, life-threatening situations, and the care provided by doctors, nurses, and staff plays a crucial role in patient outcomes. Unfortunately, a variety of factors—such as understaffing, disorganization, or a failure to take a patient’s complaints seriously—can lead to devastating results.
When patients are denied timely, appropriate treatment, the consequences can be catastrophic. If you believe that you or a loved one suffered due to a lack of proper care in an emergency room, it may be considered medical negligence. Contact Latona Law for a free consultation to discuss your case and find out if you may be entitled to compensation.
Latona Law: Over 30 Years of Success in Medical Negligence Cases
For more than three decades, Latona Law has been fighting for victims of catastrophic injury and wrongful death, many of which stem from inadequate or negligent care in emergency rooms. We understand that pursuing legal action against a hospital can feel overwhelming, but our team of dedicated attorneys will guide you through the process. There are no upfront costs or fees to pursue your claim—you only pay if we win your case.
Common Emergency Room Negligence Cases
Emergency room negligence can take many forms. Some of the most common medical errors include:
- Medication mistakes
- Failure to properly assess head trauma
- Unnecessary delays in treatment
- Misdiagnosis of critical conditions like stroke or heart attack
- Premature discharge from the ER
- Misreading test results (such as EKGs, X-rays, or lab reports)
If you or a loved one has been a victim of emergency room negligence, you may be entitled to compensation, which can cover:
- Lost wages due to inability to work
- Pain and emotional suffering
- Medical bills resulting from the injury
- Funeral and burial expenses in the case of wrongful death
In addition to pursuing compensation for your family, we aim to hold hospitals accountable, pushing for changes that may help prevent similar negligence from occurring in the future. Our goal is not only to seek justice but also to encourage safer practices in emergency room care.
Contact Us for a Free Consultation
If you suspect that you or a loved one did not receive proper care during an emergency room visit, reach out to Latona Law. Our skilled medical malpractice attorneys will provide a free consultation to review your case and help you understand your legal options.
Call us today at (570) 825-9000 to schedule your free consultation. With Latona Law on your side, you can trust that we will fight tirelessly to seek justice and compensation for your family.
Get the Answers and Justice Your Family Deserves
If you suspect that medical negligence contributed to your child’s birth injury, don’t wait. Contact Latona Law at (570) 825-9000 to schedule your free consultation. Our compassionate and dedicated team will guide you through the legal process and fight for the compensation you need to support your child’s care and recovery.